KA-BAR Fighting/Utility Knife review: Modern Incarnation of a Legend

[@HerbWalker]

I ordered that sheath through Amazon. They said it will be here today.............. I carried my KBAR in the US Army (Scout Platoon) and Its right here with me still today--------Thanks Herb :)

[@J0hnT0m0rr0w]

I bought a similar K-Bar a short while ago - mine had a slight serration near the pommel for sawing. A brilliant knife - I use mine in my landscaping job to cut through tough branches or roots. The heaviness of the blade gives it great power to chop with and the construction has left it very hardy. I'm impressed and amazed - the pedigree is no joke. Fantastic knife, a must have.

[@santana3212]

My first knife! I just got the exact same knife, the foliage green color grip and sheath. Awesome knife, fell in love with it when I took it out of the box! Thanks for the video.

[@razbiton173]

Hows the knife today?

[@santana3212]

@@razbiton173 It's great! No problems with it so far.

[@jeromegiltibon7465]

clip point my friend, the blade shape is referred to as clip point. I love this knife

[@neonshoji]

Great review. My leather sheath has seen better days so I was considering the kydex model. You answered every question I was thinking. Thanks!

[@davidlouis1068]

NOW THATS A KNOIFE ! great review

[@shadowthefoxpolasik7671]

Hm lol

[@tyeminnick3004]

Good job! Good information, scripted and articulated well to boot. Thank you.

[@dougieranger]

What a great, honest review Mark. I have the same version, 7", Kydex and Crayton G in black and it looks awesome, the blade is again powder-coated but in grey on mine. It cost me £105 including postage in the UK so the US prices are fantastic. Very highly recommended knife. Thanks again and you've just won another subscriber. Cheers.

[@ald.5147]

The best video ive seen on this product yet! Nice knife Good job.

[@sooperhawk]

My dad carried one as a combat Marine in the Pacific during WWll. I still have it, and have picked up a few more from WWll at gunshows over the years. Have a box of 'em! A nice review, well done, and the knife you reviewed is a fitting tribute to the original, but utliizing modern materials, as you pointed out. My dad had R&R in Australia once, maybe twice, between island hopping up to Japan. Been there a few times myself on business, and have fond memories, y'all certainly do know how to drink beer!

[@cavalrytm]

Love this knife. Also love the fact that they moved back to their original location right in my neck of the woods, about an hour's drive south of Buffalo, NY! I'm thinking about going straight to the factory and buying a couple for Christmas gifts this year.

[@MuskratJim]

My favourite fixed blade! I liked the review so much I subscribed to your channel and added the video to my "Product Reviews" play list on my channel. Cheers mate!

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

Thanks for the review, Aussie pal.

[@drumdust]

All Ka-Bar knives have a great reputation. Made in the USA is a mark of excellent quality. As an Aussie I'm proud to own quite a few Ka-Bar's.

[@drumdust]

Nice review Mark. I own a few Ka-Bar's including this one and I love 'em all. Now starting to collect their machetes.

[@AussieMark909]

Sounds like a serious addiction you have there. Enjoy it :)

[@Foges584584]

I'm very happy with the ones I have. Great quality and performance.

[@AussieMark909]

Glad to hear you got back OK. Best wishes.

[@jgladieux1964]

try adding number 15 black O rings to the grove of the handle..

[@jfilm7466]

That's a good tip.

[@unomas58]

Excellent review of a timeless knife.I changed my sheath out for a Eagle Ind. one which is a fantastic sheath.Awesome knife and great color.

[@MrAgisma]

Thanks for the quick reply! after agonizing over which one to choose, i thought to myself, why not both? The partially serrated one is coming next week :)

[@AussieMark909]

You'll find several in my Fixed Blade playlist, these are the kind of knives I gravitate towards. I really like the Ontario SP43, SP50, and also the RAT. The KA-BAR Becker range is worth a look too. All are terrific value and should do the job.

[@anthonynitchman666]

I definitely agree with your statement at the end about owning a decorative one and a useable blade. I'm leaving for bootcamp within the next few months for the mc so I'd love a newer version like this to use and a more classic looking blade for decoration.

[@grantloan]

This was my first fixed blade. Wish I got the foliage green, but I got the blacked out version. Planning to get the Kydex sheath soon. I sharped the upper swedge just for fun. Looking forward to getting the KA-BAR Large Heavy Bowie in the near futurel. Good review.

[@TheLazySpoiledKitty]

A classic!!!! I need to get one of those, darn this hobby is SO addictive lol. I love knives :)

[@billsmith6884]

I have just retired my KA-BAR after 25 years of work all over the world. I cannot fault them. I only hung mine up to replace it with a Puma White Hunter.

[@Tim007lamb]

Just brought myself one for $139 plus shipping cant wait thanks for the review

[@AussieMark909]

Not a problem, I hope you enjoy the knife when you get it.

[@userbrentcarter]

Thanks for a good review! I just ordered this knife. A cool knife that for sure!

[@AussieMark909]

Thanks Jim, I really appreciate the support. Cheers, Mark.

[@TheLazySpoiledKitty]

Great review as always Mark ;)

[@RedcoatsReturn]

I‘ve got the same one. I find it perfect for throwing a 3-5 m, great allrounder for camping and ready to take any task you can throw at it. Great value fir money. I sowed the sheath onto my hiking vest, grip down and its fast to deploy if you need it. Sharpens well and tough as nails!

[@KAISER-OUTDOORS]

Red Coat I’ve thrown it a bit as well , the glock 78 or 81 throw much better. Both are a must own. 🇺🇸

[@RedcoatsReturn]

KAISER OUTDOORS Thanks for that info. I‘m gonna try the G81 out. Its better centred and balanced from all accounts. A bit lighter than my 10oz full size Kabar but lets see how I get on with it.

[@dula4552]

Cheers mate, there fantastic knives alright! Timeless!

[@disciplef0rchrist]

You had me at "any knife collector should have one" :D Cheers from Canada

[@BLACKOPS6391]

thanks for the honest review, I just bought the foliage green version with the serrations on Bladeplay after watching this and I love it 👍💯

[@AussieMark909]

Thanks mate, hope it serves you well.

[@BLACKOPS6391]

AussieMark909 Im also gonna buy the classic leather handle USArmy version to keep on a shelf while this will be my beater/EDC knife

[@RandomXxGuy]

Nice review mate. About time we got some good Ozzy reviews :)

[@AussieMark909]

Thanks for the feedback, I'm glad you found it useful.

[@lyingdownman231]

Great Review Mate

[@AussieMark909]

Glad you liked it, thanks for the kind words.

[@DavidML777]

i bought the exact same kabar, i love it! even though it did come extremely dull, i still need to let kabar know about that. Great review!

[@bdcochran01]

David: Bayonets and combat knives are deliberately issued slightly dull. It is because of how they are supposed to be used as weapons - enter and twist the bayonet or knife.

[@MIM94]

Good review mate, well done.

[@Thatbobberlife]

i notice a lot of ppl dont know what the plastic buckle is for on the sheath...on the belt loop. its so you can pass your backpack shoulder strap through it and then tie off the bottom end...or even pass your belt through it so you can wear it horizontal on you belt on your back

[@louie2037]

Cutco really does make some of the best knives in the world. No, I do not work for them, but I live two miles from their production factory. I just added a model 5725 to my small, but concise "survival/get home bag that is in my SUV whenever I'm out and about.

[@johnnymnemonic69]

I just bought a gray handled one. Cant wait to get it

[@jagerfaust2009]

Hi Mark, Excellent review to say the least, thanks. I haven't seen all your vids yet so I hope I'm not repeating anything? Anyway as a keen enthusiast and collector such as yourself I've recently purchased the latest Hedgehog Leatherworks dedicated sheath for the Ka Bar 7 inch combat knife. The only reason I'm mentioning this is that there's a left handed version available (worn horizontally on the back) ps I still prefer the 1217 to the current USMC issued Ontario's...Cheers from Melbourne

[@AussieMark909]

@dougieranger Thanks for the kind words, I'm glad you liked the review. Thanks for the sub and welcome to the channel :)

[@dougieranger]

Ten years brother, where does the time go? Hope you’re well.

[@MrBluesluver]

Very nice video. Thanks for the review. I was wondering how the new synthetic handled knife compared to the old leather handle. I think you just made my mind up and its the new one for me. I do spend a lot of time around fresh water and don't really like the leather handles. Keep up the good work.

[@Inklebonker1]

just ordered mine, black on black with serrations. pretty exited.

[@AussieMark909]

Thats unusual, mine came sharp. Glad you liked the review.

[@Spiritof48]

I am going to get the Case , looks really good.

[@AussieMark909]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed the video. Enjoy your KA-BAR :)

[@AussieMark909]

Not sure, I just looked on the KA-BAR website and don't see that version listed anymore. I wonder if they have discontinued it.

[@boomshizzIe]

I like the way you say knife

[@jumprockz3134]

KNOIFE

[@AussieMark909]

Thanks my friend, I hope the knife serves you well.

[@megadeth22885]

they have a small store front right there in the factory, i know people who used to work there and make them... im thinking i may treat myself to a new ka-bar soon fresh off the production line

[@frankiesalas1080]

Best knife ever

[@gregvance]

Nice knife.. Am considering this for a general purpose survival/utility knife but want something that you can baton wood for firemaking with, do you think the Kabar is okay for this? I'm trying to avoid bigger knives like the CS Recon Scout etc if possible because of pack weight constraints.. thanks for any advice

[@garypoe4411]

very well made review

[@AussieMark909]

Thanks Gary.

[@AussieMark909]

Thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@AussieMark909]

@torgomax Happy to have you along for the ride :)

[@AussieMark909]

The good news is the 1095 is very easy to sharpen. Comes with a 20 degree edge from factory so if you are using some like a Spyderco Sharpmaker set it to that.

[@Edwardlewis18]

Great review! How sturdy is the pummel of the knife if you needed to hammer a nail or knock someone out with it?

[@AussieMark909]

Yes it sure will. I'm a leftie myself so that is one of the things I really like about this sheath.

[@toddklekotka3340]

I have always liked these knives. I would only use it for light utility work or woodworking. Since I am into wood craft and bush craft, I will have to go with another blade, which the Becker series are very good for. Definitely a good historical piece thats fits any WWII collection very well.

[@AussieMark909]

I agree. for me it's really just something I wanted to have as a collector.

[@alohatraveler]

excellent review. Cheers from Kauai

[@AussieMark909]

Thanks my friend, glad you liked it.

[@carlosmontano5424]

The best knife

[@Gerald5000]

I got the same knife but in black, and love everything about it. I think I prefer the smaller version though just because it's more practical to use.

[@AussieMark909]

Can't go wrong with any of them, true classics. Cheers mate :-)

[@AlanSpringer2074]

I bought mine a 1211 used from my brother who knew I wanted one. 30 bucks is what he and I paid. Sheath and 2 straps for chest and shoulder mount I believe. My father got me hooked on knives from my first imperial jack knife to my buck lockblade and 6 inch hunting knife. Bucks are a family favorite being affordable quality but I think I have a knew favorite knife.

[@JoeyTaylor10155]

Where can i track down the "desert" color knife with the Kraton G handle and Kydex sheath to match? Cheers

[@AussieMark909]

The handle has a feel a bit like a hard rubber, with just just a little "give". It also has a fine texture, like it was sand blasted. So I guess it feel both rubbery and textured. Hope that helps.

[@ER720]

that is a awesome knife .. and it is in one of the best colors !!

[@jibbjabb310]

Ordered mine as well ,black on black plain edge ! :D

[@GeebeeEgg]

Hi on Cutting Edge Knives, did the Foliage Green Kabar 5011 come with the Plastic sheath?

[@thomassmyth65]

i have a classic version and i always hate that its not ambidextrous, i should get just a new sheath for it, i think u can get one of the frn in black, so that might be a future purchase, great review!

[@AussieMark909]

@RandomXxGuy Thanks mate, I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@Melonos]

Hey Mark, great video and always great reviews. Just out of interest, what knife do you carry on you when bushwalking?

[@AussieMark909]

@arianis99 Glad you enjoyed it, it's a great knife to have. Thanks for stopping by.

[@lallaboy1]

can you chop wood or anything hard with this knife while going for camping? will this get rusted if you use this in water??

[@Briathos1]

So this may be a crazy question but I needed to ask because I'm hoping to get one here pretty soon. But is this blade full tang? I am looking to get the all black serrated version of this knife and was curious if it is full tang...I read some reviews and some people were saying they were not.

[@AussieMark909]

Some versions like this one do. It's not Kydex, but "glass filled nylon" apparently. Seems like good stuff.

[@StartAWar777]

Great video, and great channel. Subscribed! Also, about the locks on the sheath that hold the knife in, do you think those would ever wear out with use and compromise retention after a while?

[@curtisdeanmusic]

Newer version out these days. Can buy the sheath separate... around $14 on FleaBay

[@AussieMark909]

@ER720 Thanks for watching mate, I reckon the Foliage Green looks awesome too.

[@Jhester666]

I live in Queensland and I am thinking about buying a Ka-Bar model 1259 and I am wondering if I need to worry about any laws before I import one from America or if it is allowed through our customs... can you please help?

[@oldhairpin]

Does the sheath dull the blade like they do with the BK2s do you know or is it made of a different material? Take care, Ben

[@AussieMark909]

You're welcome, thanks for the positive feedback.

[@AussieMark909]

That would be a cool way to get the Christmas shopping done. You might have to buy one or two for yourself whilst you're there ;)

[@jajamma9364]

I found a good use for the sheath clip (top of loop) by using it for my belt. I then tie the base end of the sheath to my belt, so that the carried position is horizontal. It is much easier to retrieve that way, at least for me.

[@gregvance]

Also White Mountain Knives from the US, I have ordered from them to the UK and they are good and offer cheap postage options. If they don't have something in stock if you email them they can order it in.

[@pilgrim8216]

Good Commentary Mate

[@AussieMark909]

pilgrim8216 Thanks, glad you liked the review.

[@AussieMark909]

@ShootingSpongebob Good stuff mate, you are obviously a man of great taste and wisdom. All the best!

[@mdlassel]

Could you do a review on the ka bar combat kukri?

[@DJJonosound]

Brilliant, thanks :D Might grab one of these and an original model. Where would you recommend getting one from either international or Australia for a decent price?

[@Ichimoto14368]

Question can you carry that knife on your belt legally? As in any place that allows weapons such as Cabela's or just out?

[@martinaee]

Maybe you said, but does that sheath come with the knife?

[@averagegunguy7976]

Excellent! I feel you on the keeping it as a collectable. It's almost too good to use :)

[@jarrod1685]

mark do you have the gerber lmf2 asek,if so what do u think of it?cheers

[@evilutiongamez3877]

just bought this knife with fine edge for the purpose of self defence think it will do a good job at inflicting a wound if the sittuation ever calls for it

[@xXParalyzeXx]

Is it a full tang knife? I'm looking into getting it, but it's a deal breaker if it's not full tang.

[@evilutiongamez3877]

yh its full tang with a cross pin in the bottom thing where you can knock and hammer stuff etc

[@xXParalyzeXx]

+EVILUTION GAMEZ Really? nice?

[@1594simonsays]

​@@xXParalyzeXx yeah it surviving as a combat utility knife in WW2, Korea, and Vietnam definitely makes it a deal breaker trash knife

[@BePrepared1992]

I added the o rings to the handle of mine. Makes the handle 10x better.

[@OfficialMINIm]

mate i live in sydney and i love collecting and carrying knives. I would love to get me a ka bar but at local stores they are sold for like 200 to 300 hundred dollars easily. is there a way i could get one with an affordable price.? would i be able to buy such thing online and get it delivered to me with no trouble involved?

[@ealvarez491]

Mime came shaving sharp and holds its edge very well

[@AussieMark909]

Sheath seems fine in that respect. I must admit to not using this one much, it's more a collection piece, but I've not heard bad reports about it.